From globally inspired spice kits to clean-label, protein-forward snacks that serve the GLP-1 shopper, the ECRM 2025 Fall Food Sessions showcased a marketplace hungry for innovation. Read on for the mindset shift that was everywhere on the ECRM floor, plus top 20 trends.

Fancy Food wasn’t just a food show—it was the Met Gala for your mouth. Legacy brands came to flex, startups came to disrupt, and everyone vied for a coveted spot on retailer shelves.

From new dairy-free alternatives to global culinary fusions and inventive indulgences, Plant Based World Expo showed that the plant-based movement is continuing to evolve, offering exciting options for those seeking more sustainable, ethical choices.

The U.S. market for global flavors is poised for tremendous growth, driven largely by the adventurous palates of Millennials and Gen Z. 

Take a look at the health benefits driving food sales.

Kerry's  charts track flavor adoption and evolution around the world and provide an in-depth analysis of ingredients and trends that will shape innovation in the food and beverage sector.